Fulham are moving towards fresh discussions with Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey over a new long-term contract, with the club in a strong position despite interest from Inter Milan, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Bassey has become a significant figure for the Cottagers since joining from Eredivisie giants Ajax in July 2023 on a four-year deal. Since arriving at Craven Cottage, the Nigerian defender has featured in 105 matches across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing one assist.
His current contract is due to expire in the summer of 2027, but Fulham hold an option to extend it by a further year, taking it through to the summer of 2028.
That clause has removed any sense of urgency at the club, even as they move to reward a player who has become a fixture in the side.
Versatile enough to play at centre-back or left-back, the 26-year-old won the club’s Player of The Season award in the 2024/25 campaign and remains a regular member of the squad under new head coach Álvaro Arbeloa. His physicality, recovery pace and left foot have made him a key member of the squad this term. Related News Iheanacho’s scoring spree lights up Turkey Osimhen, Lookman shut out as Nigeria’s Ballon d’Or streak ends Ajayi deserves plaudits for Hull’s EPL start – Ikpeba
